Psychoanalytic Therapists in Financial District, New York, NY

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Tracy Simon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Financial District, New York, NY 10004  (Online Only)
Psychoanalytic therapy is process that addresses our personal history and our cultural context, elucidating the profound and innermost conflicts and desires within us. This approach is as much about encountering suffering as it is about fostering freedom. Built upon a deep and detailed dialogue and connection between therapist and patient, psychoanalytic therapy has the transformative potential to uncover truths, expand intimacy, reduce the repetitions that mark our lives, develop creativity, reflect on our current world and our place in it, find belonging and to foster enjoyment in life.
Psychoanalytic therapy is process that addresses our personal history and our cultural context, elucidating the profound and innermost conflicts and desires within us. This approach is as much about encountering suffering as it is about fostering freedom. Built upon a deep and detailed dialogue and connection between therapist and patient, psychoanalytic therapy has the transformative potential to uncover truths, expand intimacy, reduce the repetitions that mark our lives, develop creativity, reflect on our current world and our place in it, find belonging and to foster enjoyment in life.
(332) 239-7188 View (332) 239-7188
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Karen Bartlett, LMSW, MA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Financial District, New York, NY 10023  (Online Only)
Whether you are having trouble coping with anxiety, depression or work/life transitions, I offer a safe and compassionate environment that is solutions-focused to help achieve your goals. Primarily, I conduct clinical psychotherapy by utilizing a variety of clinical techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and interpersonal psychoanalytic psychotherapy. I work with a variety of populations including children, adolescents, adults, and families.
Whether you are having trouble coping with anxiety, depression or work/life transitions, I offer a safe and compassionate environment that is solutions-focused to help achieve your goals. Primarily, I conduct clinical psychotherapy by utilizing a variety of clinical techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and interpersonal psychoanalytic psychotherapy. I work with a variety of populations including children, adolescents, adults, and families.
(718) 400-6769 View (718) 400-6769
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Lindsay Nejmeh
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Financial District, New York, NY 10038
I have been trained extensively in psychoanalytic and psychodynamic modalities.
I am a seasoned therapist treating adults struggling with relationships, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and personal goals. My specialities lie in familial conflict and trauma, women's mental health, and perinatal/parenting difficulties. I provide therapy for those seeking to minimize stress and discomfort, while working to build a deeper understanding of who they are. Together, we will navigate the challenges you are experiencing and dive deep in finding what works for you. I provide a warm, nurturing environment, while encouraging you to challenge yourself where you need to.
I have been trained extensively in psychoanalytic and psychodynamic modalities.
I am a seasoned therapist treating adults struggling with relationships, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and personal goals. My specialities lie in familial conflict and trauma, women's mental health, and perinatal/parenting difficulties. I provide therapy for those seeking to minimize stress and discomfort, while working to build a deeper understanding of who they are. Together, we will navigate the challenges you are experiencing and dive deep in finding what works for you. I provide a warm, nurturing environment, while encouraging you to challenge yourself where you need to.
(646) 798-1185 View (646) 798-1185
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Kathy Lecube
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Financial District, New York, NY 10007  (Online Only)
I am an experienced clinical psychotherapist specializing in adult individual treatment. I work with patients to create positive solutions so they can free themselves and achieve their personal goals. I have trained in family systems theory, systemic problem solving, and psychoanalytic psychotherapy. I seek to find the core of a problem and explore its roots in order to achieve awareness and resolve repetitive issues that adversely affect your life. If you feel you are not reaching your full potential and are motivated to do so, I will assist you to reach your goal.
I am an experienced clinical psychotherapist specializing in adult individual treatment. I work with patients to create positive solutions so they can free themselves and achieve their personal goals. I have trained in family systems theory, systemic problem solving, and psychoanalytic psychotherapy. I seek to find the core of a problem and explore its roots in order to achieve awareness and resolve repetitive issues that adversely affect your life. If you feel you are not reaching your full potential and are motivated to do so, I will assist you to reach your goal.
(929) 207-8097 View (929) 207-8097
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Susan E. Shachner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Financial District, New York, NY 10038
I completed post-doctoral psychoanalytic training at the William Alanson White Institute in New York.
I am a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst in private practice serving adults and adolescents. I am a warm, interactive person, and respond to my patients in a lively, involved way. I work with all problems of living and help patients to function better in their lives and relationships. We all have deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others and viewing ourselves, some self-defeating and interfering with our ability to live a satisfying and productive life. While essential, insight is not enough to alleviate personal suffering. I help patients to make positive steps in their lives.
I completed post-doctoral psychoanalytic training at the William Alanson White Institute in New York.
I am a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst in private practice serving adults and adolescents. I am a warm, interactive person, and respond to my patients in a lively, involved way. I work with all problems of living and help patients to function better in their lives and relationships. We all have deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others and viewing ourselves, some self-defeating and interfering with our ability to live a satisfying and productive life. While essential, insight is not enough to alleviate personal suffering. I help patients to make positive steps in their lives.
(646) 600-9118 View (646) 600-9118
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Laila Caron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Financial District, New York, NY 10038
I offer a welcoming space for individuals and couples to discuss your concerns and find new ways forward. Together with you, I look for ways to navigate life’s challenges, and support your inherent capacity for growth, providing professional guidance and a caring, candid relationship. My approach is informed by advanced training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, systemic-psychoanalytic couples therapy and EFT, and integrative harm reduction psychotherapy.
I offer a welcoming space for individuals and couples to discuss your concerns and find new ways forward. Together with you, I look for ways to navigate life’s challenges, and support your inherent capacity for growth, providing professional guidance and a caring, candid relationship. My approach is informed by advanced training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, systemic-psychoanalytic couples therapy and EFT, and integrative harm reduction psychotherapy.
(646) 490-0441 View (646) 490-0441
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Lilah Schwartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Financial District, New York, NY 10038  (Online Only)
As a psychotherapist with advanced clinical training in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic techniques I primarily use those modalities as a way for us to bring unconscious thoughts, feelings, and patterns of behavior to the surface and look at them in a new light.
My therapy style is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and connection. I deeply believe in the significance of you having a space where you can say all of your thoughts and feelings in an uncensored manner without the fear of being judged. In each session, I strive to provide that warm, accepting, and non-judgmental space for you. Finding the right therapist and the right fit is extremely important. It is my belief that the relationship we build together is the cornerstone of your therapy work. You are the expert of your own experience. This means that you know yourself best.
As a psychotherapist with advanced clinical training in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic techniques I primarily use those modalities as a way for us to bring unconscious thoughts, feelings, and patterns of behavior to the surface and look at them in a new light.
My therapy style is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and connection. I deeply believe in the significance of you having a space where you can say all of your thoughts and feelings in an uncensored manner without the fear of being judged. In each session, I strive to provide that warm, accepting, and non-judgmental space for you. Finding the right therapist and the right fit is extremely important. It is my belief that the relationship we build together is the cornerstone of your therapy work. You are the expert of your own experience. This means that you know yourself best.
(347) 801-2763 View (347) 801-2763
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Sam Greenleaf Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Financial District, New York, NY 10007
Additionally, they continue their learning in the relational and intersubjective traditions of contemporary psychoanalysis via clinical supervision and at the various relationally-oriented psychoanalytic institutes in NYC.
Sam (they/them) works with individuals and couples in relational and collaborative ways. They specialize in treating trauma, depression, and anxiety and its impact on patients' relationships, capacity for intimacy, careers, and self-concept. Sam finds working with artists, academics and intellectuals, innovators working in Tech, leaders in the public service sector (politics, nonprofits) and the entertainment industry, LGBTQAI folks, non-monogamous individuals/couples, and people with alternative spiritual practices deeply fulfilling and offers all of their patients a judgment-free environment within which to connect.
Additionally, they continue their learning in the relational and intersubjective traditions of contemporary psychoanalysis via clinical supervision and at the various relationally-oriented psychoanalytic institutes in NYC.
Sam (they/them) works with individuals and couples in relational and collaborative ways. They specialize in treating trauma, depression, and anxiety and its impact on patients' relationships, capacity for intimacy, careers, and self-concept. Sam finds working with artists, academics and intellectuals, innovators working in Tech, leaders in the public service sector (politics, nonprofits) and the entertainment industry, LGBTQAI folks, non-monogamous individuals/couples, and people with alternative spiritual practices deeply fulfilling and offers all of their patients a judgment-free environment within which to connect.
(347) 801-2541 View (347) 801-2541
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Orlando Serrano
Counselor, LMHC, MDiv
Verified Verified
Financial District, New York, NY 10038
I am trained to make use of the current best practices in the mental health field with special emphasis in psychoanalytic principles from Self Psychology and Intersubjectivity approaches.
Necesitas cambiar para seguir adelante? Searching and in need for a breakthrough? La Terapia ayuda evaluar opciones y explorar tu ser integralmente. Psychotherapy is an exploration of your whole self; mind/body/emotions. Gives new insights on vital and difficult areas of life that sometimes present much like depression, anxiety or other vulnerabilities. My positive attitude and focus on wellness helps you go through tough challenges to get ready for important decisions. My therapy helps people to work on issues around substance use/recovery, grief and loses, chronic health, relationships and sexuality, LGBTQ affirmation and trauma.
I am trained to make use of the current best practices in the mental health field with special emphasis in psychoanalytic principles from Self Psychology and Intersubjectivity approaches.
Necesitas cambiar para seguir adelante? Searching and in need for a breakthrough? La Terapia ayuda evaluar opciones y explorar tu ser integralmente. Psychotherapy is an exploration of your whole self; mind/body/emotions. Gives new insights on vital and difficult areas of life that sometimes present much like depression, anxiety or other vulnerabilities. My positive attitude and focus on wellness helps you go through tough challenges to get ready for important decisions. My therapy helps people to work on issues around substance use/recovery, grief and loses, chronic health, relationships and sexuality, LGBTQ affirmation and trauma.
(347) 935-1311 View (347) 935-1311
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Gregory Kushnick
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Financial District, New York, NY 10004
I incorporate CBT, psychoanalytic, and positive psychological techniques.
I want to help you gain a greater sense of control over difficult thoughts and feelings. Clients often begin therapy requesting concrete tools to walk away with from each session. This is something I offer through through my enhanced cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach, with a dual focus on techniques for altering unhealthy thoughts and behavior, and for improving insight, awareness, and mindfulness. I have a long track record of creating powerful results for my clients.
I incorporate CBT, psychoanalytic, and positive psychological techniques.
I want to help you gain a greater sense of control over difficult thoughts and feelings. Clients often begin therapy requesting concrete tools to walk away with from each session. This is something I offer through through my enhanced cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach, with a dual focus on techniques for altering unhealthy thoughts and behavior, and for improving insight, awareness, and mindfulness. I have a long track record of creating powerful results for my clients.
(917) 652-6914 View (917) 652-6914
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Dr. Kenneth Pound
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Financial District, New York, NY 10005
I can help. Whether you're a professional, an artist, or a stay-at-home parent - whether your challenge is situational, chronic, or acute - my pragmatic therapeutic approach addresses confidence, productivity, and personal satisfaction. I am a Clinical Professor, Psychiatry, Columbia University. Conveniently located on the Upper West Side, I was trained at: Columbia University Medical Center, Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research (advanced candidate); The Wright Institute, Berkeley (M.A. & Psy.D.); St. Mary's Hospital, San Francisco (Internship); UCSF Medical Center, Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute (Externship); and California College of the Arts, College Counseling Center (Post-doctoral Fellowship).
I can help. Whether you're a professional, an artist, or a stay-at-home parent - whether your challenge is situational, chronic, or acute - my pragmatic therapeutic approach addresses confidence, productivity, and personal satisfaction. I am a Clinical Professor, Psychiatry, Columbia University. Conveniently located on the Upper West Side, I was trained at: Columbia University Medical Center, Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research (advanced candidate); The Wright Institute, Berkeley (M.A. & Psy.D.); St. Mary's Hospital, San Francisco (Internship); UCSF Medical Center, Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute (Externship); and California College of the Arts, College Counseling Center (Post-doctoral Fellowship).
(646) 600-5077 View (646) 600-5077
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Dr. Rosanne Capone
Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Financial District, New York, NY 10005
Dr. Rosanne (Rose) Capone holds a Ph.D in Addictions Counseling, and an M.A. in Counseling. I am a licensed mental health counselor with experience in integrative psychotherapy. Work with an empathic , sensitive counselor with postgraduate training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, focusing, and completion of practitioner program in Gestalt therapy. Extensive experience in couples and marital counseling.Improve your communication skills.Out of network fees $80-$150. In-network with Aetna.Call for consult 646-787-6828
Dr. Rosanne (Rose) Capone holds a Ph.D in Addictions Counseling, and an M.A. in Counseling. I am a licensed mental health counselor with experience in integrative psychotherapy. Work with an empathic , sensitive counselor with postgraduate training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, focusing, and completion of practitioner program in Gestalt therapy. Extensive experience in couples and marital counseling.Improve your communication skills.Out of network fees $80-$150. In-network with Aetna.Call for consult 646-787-6828
(646) 832-2795 View (646) 832-2795
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Aileen Clark
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Financial District, New York, NY 10007
I'm a licensed psychologist with a private practice in Tribeca, New York City. I was born and raised in Scotland, and have a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Glasgow. I came to New York City on a Fulbright Scholarship Grant and studied at Bellevue Hospital and NYU-Medical Center. I then completed the Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Program at the Contemporary Freudian Society. Presently I am at the NYU Post-Doctoral Program for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis. I use Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, particularly Relational Psychotherapy, and I specialize in work with adults with anxiety, depression, loss, and relationship issues.
I'm a licensed psychologist with a private practice in Tribeca, New York City. I was born and raised in Scotland, and have a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Glasgow. I came to New York City on a Fulbright Scholarship Grant and studied at Bellevue Hospital and NYU-Medical Center. I then completed the Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Program at the Contemporary Freudian Society. Presently I am at the NYU Post-Doctoral Program for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis. I use Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, particularly Relational Psychotherapy, and I specialize in work with adults with anxiety, depression, loss, and relationship issues.
(646) 859-1218 View (646) 859-1218
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Sharone Bunim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Financial District, New York, NY 10007
I have extensive post graduate training is in psychodynamic/psychoanalytic psychotherapy and am a certified psychoanalyst.
You have the potential to move beyond where you are right now. Working with an understanding psychotherapist will help you get there. Together we will look honestly at the events that have occured in your life and that you are currently struggling with. I will help you to recognize and handle your feelings so that you are not alone or overwhelmed by them. Whether you have suffered a great loss, have difficulty with relationships, employment, academics, parenting, self-esteem, anxiety, sadness or are feeling an overall sense of being stuck, we will work towards you living as a stronger and more satisfied person.
I have extensive post graduate training is in psychodynamic/psychoanalytic psychotherapy and am a certified psychoanalyst.
You have the potential to move beyond where you are right now. Working with an understanding psychotherapist will help you get there. Together we will look honestly at the events that have occured in your life and that you are currently struggling with. I will help you to recognize and handle your feelings so that you are not alone or overwhelmed by them. Whether you have suffered a great loss, have difficulty with relationships, employment, academics, parenting, self-esteem, anxiety, sadness or are feeling an overall sense of being stuck, we will work towards you living as a stronger and more satisfied person.
(646) 867-2648 View (646) 867-2648
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Susan Jantzen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Financial District, New York, NY 10005
I work mostly from a contemporary psychoanalytic perspective, focusing on what issues in your current life are being influenced by the past, and of course, what you can do about them.
I am an experienced therapist specializing in issues of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and adult children of alcoholism/mental illness/drug addiction. I work particularly well with relationship issues, family issues, divorce, grief and loss. I am a former adjunct instructor at Fordham Graduate School of Social Work and have spent over 30 years years working directly with patients as well as supervising other therapists.
I work mostly from a contemporary psychoanalytic perspective, focusing on what issues in your current life are being influenced by the past, and of course, what you can do about them.
I am an experienced therapist specializing in issues of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and adult children of alcoholism/mental illness/drug addiction. I work particularly well with relationship issues, family issues, divorce, grief and loss. I am a former adjunct instructor at Fordham Graduate School of Social Work and have spent over 30 years years working directly with patients as well as supervising other therapists.
(917) 791-4085 View (917) 791-4085
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Veronica Csillag
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Financial District, New York, NY 10005
I am also a published author, with papers appearing in prestigious psychoanalytic journals, such as Psychoanalytic Dialogues.
Worried about the future, brooding over the past? Having difficulty finding or maintaining an intimate relationship? Losing your grip on unhealthy habits and self-destructive tendencies? Psychotherapy could bring you hope and eventual resolution. I am a psychoanalytically trained psychotherapist with over 25 years of clinical experience with individual adults, couples, children and adolescents.
I am also a published author, with papers appearing in prestigious psychoanalytic journals, such as Psychoanalytic Dialogues.
Worried about the future, brooding over the past? Having difficulty finding or maintaining an intimate relationship? Losing your grip on unhealthy habits and self-destructive tendencies? Psychotherapy could bring you hope and eventual resolution. I am a psychoanalytically trained psychotherapist with over 25 years of clinical experience with individual adults, couples, children and adolescents.
(646) 600-9156 View (646) 600-9156
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Barbara Hertzberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Financial District, New York, NY 10005
I am an experienced, well-trained psychotherapist. I help patients to feel in control of their lives through self-awareness. My ability to provide a warm, safe environment allows patients to gain insight into themselves, thereby improving the quality of their relationship with others. I have 30+ years of practice and have graduated from training institutes in both psychoanalytic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis.
I am an experienced, well-trained psychotherapist. I help patients to feel in control of their lives through self-awareness. My ability to provide a warm, safe environment allows patients to gain insight into themselves, thereby improving the quality of their relationship with others. I have 30+ years of practice and have graduated from training institutes in both psychoanalytic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis.
(646) 699-3986 View (646) 699-3986
William Baker
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Financial District, New York, NY 10005
I am a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst with many years of experience treating adults, adolescents and children. While I utilize a wide range of current treatment techniques, my practice is based on a foundation of contemporary psychoanalytic approaches. I have found a psychodynamic perspective---the view that our emotional lives represent a continually evolving process that determines our lived experience in meaningful and purposive ways---to be essential for understanding a whole person and their current life situation.
I am a clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst with many years of experience treating adults, adolescents and children. While I utilize a wide range of current treatment techniques, my practice is based on a foundation of contemporary psychoanalytic approaches. I have found a psychodynamic perspective---the view that our emotional lives represent a continually evolving process that determines our lived experience in meaningful and purposive ways---to be essential for understanding a whole person and their current life situation.
(646) 759-1675 View (646) 759-1675
Jeffrey Morey
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Financial District, New York, NY 10045  (Online Only)
Many people experience struggles around depression, anxiety, relationship issues or lack of meaning and direction in life. These difficulties often relate to a background of patterns of thinking/feeling that interfere with our ability to live life fully. Through careful listening and discussion we will seek to understand these patterns This sets the stage for recognition and development of new patterns of living that seek engagement, recognition and embodiment. I am a licensed psychologist, Jungian analyst, co-founder and faculty member of the Jungian Psychoanalytic Association.
Many people experience struggles around depression, anxiety, relationship issues or lack of meaning and direction in life. These difficulties often relate to a background of patterns of thinking/feeling that interfere with our ability to live life fully. Through careful listening and discussion we will seek to understand these patterns This sets the stage for recognition and development of new patterns of living that seek engagement, recognition and embodiment. I am a licensed psychologist, Jungian analyst, co-founder and faculty member of the Jungian Psychoanalytic Association.
(646) 863-6445 View (646) 863-6445
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Victoria Meyerhoefer
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MS, LP
Verified Verified
Financial District, New York, NY 10005
I have extensive postgraduate training in modern psychoanalytic psychotherapy.
Deciding on a therapist can be a daunting experience. I am a psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience. I strive to provide a warm and supportive environment where you will feel accepted and comfortable to express your thoughts and feelings. From my experience this process can help to resolve obstacles to achieving many unmet goals and dreams.
I have extensive postgraduate training in modern psychoanalytic psychotherapy.
Deciding on a therapist can be a daunting experience. I am a psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience. I strive to provide a warm and supportive environment where you will feel accepted and comfortable to express your thoughts and feelings. From my experience this process can help to resolve obstacles to achieving many unmet goals and dreams.
(516) 726-1386 View (516) 726-1386

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Psychoanalytic Therapists

Does psychoanalytic therapy work?

Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviors. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.

How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?

Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behavior is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.

Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?

Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.

Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?

Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.